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Electromagnetic vortex cannon Launched!

Researchers from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China and Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have successfully created an electromagnetic vortex cannon using coaxial horn antennas. The device produces air vortices with remarkable resilience and self-healing properties, showcasing complex topological f...

Quantum leap: breakthrough for secure communication with ‘artificial atoms’

A team of scientists has successfully established the first intercity quantum key distribution experiment using semiconductor quantum dots as single-photon sources. This breakthrough enables fast and stable transmission of secret keys over long distances, paving the way for a secure 'quantum internet'.

Towards high quality transferred barium titanate ferroelectric hybrid integrated modulator on silicon

Researchers developed a high-quality transferred barium titanate ferroelectric hybrid integrated modulator on silicon, overcoming limitations in light modulation. The new method enables optimized thickness and rotation angle to enhance EO modulation efficiency, achieving V π L as low as 1.67 V˜m.

Improving resolution and reducing noise in fluorescence microscopy with ensured fidelity

Researchers have developed a novel deconvolution method called multi-resolution analysis (MRA) that improves image quality without introducing artifacts, allowing for high-fidelity imaging of cells and their processes. The approach capitalizes on the physical properties of excited fluorophores to distinguish useful signals from noise.

Metalenses phase characterization by multi-distance phase retrieval

Researchers developed a new phase characterization method for metalenses based on multi-distance phase retrieval through optical field scanning. This innovative approach overcomes traditional interferometric techniques' limitations, enabling the measurement of phase distributions and wavefront errors with higher accuracy.

Vertically stacked skin-like active-matrix display with ultrahigh aperture ratio

Researchers develop a general strategy for fabricating vertically stacked skin-like active-matrix displays, eliminating obstacles in existing parallel structures. This approach enables the creation of high-quality AMOLEDs with ultrahigh aperture ratios and improved resolution.

Pyramid optical networks for unidirectional image magnification and demagnification

A pyramid-structured diffractive optical network has been developed to achieve unidirectional image magnification and demagnification. The system uses successive transmissive layers optimized through deep learning to perform computational tasks in an all-optical manner.

Towards mixed physical node reservoir computing: Light-emitting synaptic reservoir system with dual photoelectric output

A new mixed physical node reservoir computing system uses artificial light-emitting synapses to effectively extract spatiotemporal characteristics of input signals. The device achieves over 97% recognition accuracy in image classification tasks and improves multi-channel image recognition from 93.16% to 99.25%.

Electrical stimulation for brighter persistent luminescence

Researchers create a new yellow-green luminescent material to address growing industrial demand for brighter afterglow. They successfully apply an electric field stimulation method, increasing the initial luminance of the SrAl2O4:Eu2+,Dy3+ phosphor and demonstrating its potential for high brightness long afterglow emission.

High-speed camera for molecules: entangled photons enabled raman spectroscopy

Researchers developed a microscopic theory for ultrafast stimulated Raman spectroscopy with quantum-light fields, enabling high-speed imaging of molecules. The technique leverages the quantum advantages of entangled photon sources to enhance both temporal and spectral resolution.

"AI + nonlinear optics + structured light" expanding information network accuracy and capacity

A new method combines machine vision, deep learning, and nonlinear conversion to increase information capacity in machine learning-based ultra-accurate information networks. The system can achieve low bit error rates and high data recognition accuracy even with complex light fields.

Nonlinear encoding in diffractive optical processors based on linear materials

The study compares simpler-to-implement nonlinear encoding strategies with the performance of data repetition-based methods, revealing that data repetition enhances inference accuracy but compromises universal linear transformation capability. Phase encoding without data repetition offers a simpler alternative with comparable inference...

Time-of-flight resolved stimulated Raman scattering microscopy using counter-propagating ultraslow Bessel light bullets generation

Researchers have developed a novel time-of-flight resolved stimulated Raman scattering microscopy that uses counter-propagating ultraslow Bessel light bullets for deeper tissue imaging. The technique offers high spatial resolution and improved penetration depth without the need for mechanical z-scanning.

When QDs meet BPLCEs: Visualized full-color and mechanically-switchable CPL

Researchers developed a new material that combines quantum dots with blue phase liquid crystal elastomers (BPLCE), enabling visualized full-color circularly polarized luminescence (CPL) with a record-breaking g_lum value of up to 0.74. The material's CPL signal is mechanically switchable, meaning it can be turned on and off by applying...

EventLFM: Event camera integrated fourier light field microscopy for ultrafast 3D imaging

Researchers developed EventLFM, a novel ultrafast 3D imaging technique that integrates an event camera with Fourier light field microscopy to capture dynamic biological processes at kHz speeds. The technique was demonstrated in experiments capturing complex dynamics of rapidly moving 3D objects and imaging high-frequency blinking objects.

Quasicrystal metasurface projects holographic images and light patterns simultaneously

Scientists have developed a quasicrystal metasurface that projects holographic images and creates unique diffraction patterns. This innovative design simplifies device design and offers precise control over light manipulation, paving the way for high-resolution thin holographic displays, ultra-fast light-switching devices, and advanced...

Omnidirectional color wavelength tuning of stretchable chiral liquid crystal elastomers

Scientists have developed a method for achieving omnidirectional wavelength control, enabling simultaneous and multidirectional structural color tuning with highly flexible wavelength control. This breakthrough innovation promises to revolutionize tunable photonic applications, including electronic skin and optical sensing.

High-efficiency crystalline white organic light-emitting diodes

A team of scientists has reported a novel structure for developing high-performance crystalline white OLEDs by employing thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) material and orange phosphorescent dopants. This approach enables controlled luminescence behavior, efficient charge carrier transport channels, and reduced device cond...

Optical probing of ultrafast laser-induced solid-to-overdense-plasma transitions

Researchers create cutting-edge all-optical single-shot probing technique to capture target dynamics from cold solid to overdense plasma. The new method provides unprecedented insight into interplay of fundamental processes such as ionization dynamics and plasma hydrodynamic expansion.

Low-loss and polarization insensitive 32 x 4 optical switch for ROADM applications

A new paper demonstrates a low-loss and polarization-independent integrated optical colorless ROADM with a 32 x 4 optical switch. The device boasts below 2 dB fiber-to-fiber loss at 1550 nm, making it suitable for applications such as optical neural networks and integrated quantum photonics.

3D intravital high-resolution photoacoustic tracing of meningeal lymphatic vessels

Researchers developed a novel technique to visualize meningeal lymphatic vessels in vivo using photoacoustic microscopy. The study revealed that these vessels play a crucial role in regulating cerebrospinal fluid circulation and clearing metabolic waste from the brain, which is impaired in early stages of Alzheimer's disease.

Electro-optic tuning in composite silicon photonics based on ferroionic 2D materials

Researchers have demonstrated a novel approach to actively manipulate light using ferroionic 2D materials. These devices exhibit exceptional modulation efficiency and low optical losses, enabling applications in telecommunications, neuromorphic computing, and beyond.

Surface emitting semiconductor laser achieves efficiency breakthrough

Researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough in surface-emitting semiconductor laser efficiency using multi-junction cascaded active area technology. The new design strategy increases gain volume, enhancing differential quantum efficiency and maintaining lower threshold current.

Ultrafast laser state active controlling based on anisotropic quasi-1D material

Researchers achieve tunable ultrafast laser state active controlling by utilizing anisotropic quasi-1D material Ta2PdS6. The material enables the sustainment of two distinct laser states: conventional soliton (CS) and noise-like pulse (NLP). Numerical simulation reveals the mechanism behind the switchable laser state.

Electro-optic 3D snapshot of a laser wakefield accelerated kilo-ampere electron bunch

A team of scientists has achieved a breakthrough in measuring the 3D density profile of laser wakefield accelerated electron bunches, revealing a transverse size of less than 30 micrometers and a peak current exceeding 1 kiloampere. This detection opens new avenues for future applications in accelerator science and beyond.

Photonic neuromorphic architecture for tens-of-task lifelong learning

A novel photonic computing architecture has been developed for tens-of-task lifelong learning, surpassing existing electronic neural networks in capacity and energy efficiency. The L2 ONN demonstrates extraordinary learning capability on challenging tasks, such as vision classification and medical diagnosis.

High-performance terahertz modulators induced by substrate field in Te-based all-2D heterojunctions

Scientists developed Te-based THz modulators with improved modulation depth and speed, overcoming the tradeoff between the two. The stacking order of materials significantly impacts the modulation property, which can be regulated through substrate engineering.

Create cooperative exciton-polariton condensate

Researchers observe superfluorescence effect for the first time and control collective state of dipole ensemble using new regulatory dimension. They demonstrate cooperative exciton-polariton condensation with enhanced coupling strength, enabling potential applications for ultra-narrow tunable lasers and optoelectronic devices.